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Becoming a mum is a transformative experience, but it’s also a steep learning curve. New mums have to learn to care for their baby as they deal with exhaustion, their changing body, fresh family dynamics and a whole new routine. It’s basically an extreme sport, so it figures that a little bit of coaching would come in handy!

Becoming a parent for the first time is a bit of a metamorphosis. Before we can really stretch our wings and fly confidently, though, there are a few growing pains we all face.

Colds, coughs and sore throats are common in children and are usually caused by bacteria or viruses. They tend to occur more frequently in the winter months. Sore throats: A sore throat is often described as pain or discomfort in the throat and may be a symptom of bacterial or viral infection.